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Strip EXIF Metadata from Images — Free, No Upload

Remove GPS coordinates, camera model, serial number, timestamps and all hidden EXIF data before sharing your photos. Runs entirely in your browser — essential for privacy and security.

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Remove all GPS and hidden metadata from photos — free, no upload

Strips GPS coordinates, camera data, timestamps and all EXIF fields. Runs in your browser.

What EXIF metadata is hiding in your photos

Every photo taken on a smartphone or DSLR contains a hidden block of metadata called EXIF data. Most people never see it, but it travels with the image file and is readable by anyone who receives the photo.

EXIF fieldWhat it revealsPrivacy risk
GPS Latitude/LongitudeExact location where photo was takenHigh — reveals home address, property location, meeting point
GPS AltitudeElevation at time of captureMedium — combined with lat/long, reveals floor level
Date/Time OriginalExact date and time photo was takenMedium — reveals your schedule and movements
Camera Make/ModelPhone or camera manufacturer and modelLow — device identification
Camera Serial NumberUnique device identifierMedium — can link photos to a specific device
Lens DataLens model, focal length, apertureLow — equipment inventory
SoftwareApp or OS used to take/edit the photoLow
Author/CopyrightIf set, your name or organisationMedium — attribution without permission
ThumbnailSmall preview image embedded in JPEGMedium — may show original unedited image

Who needs to strip EXIF data

🏠 Real estate agents

Pre-listing property photos taken on smartphones reveal the exact address via GPS coordinates embedded in EXIF. Sharing these files before listing exposes client property location to competitors and potential bad actors.

⚖ Healthcare professionals

Photos of patients or medical equipment may embed location data identifying the clinic or hospital. Removing EXIF prevents inadvertent location disclosure in clinical images shared for consultation.

🔐 Privacy-conscious individuals

Anyone sharing photos publicly — on social media, in forum posts, or via email — is sharing their location history. Stripping EXIF before posting is a fundamental digital privacy practice.

📷 Journalists and activists

Photos taken at sensitive locations or events embed GPS data. Journalists and activists routinely strip EXIF metadata from field photos before transmission to protect sources and their own safety.

👔 Legal professionals

Case evidence photos, site survey images, and confidential document scans may contain metadata that should not be disclosed in discovery or public filings.

🌐 E-commerce sellers

Product photos taken at home reveal your home address via GPS EXIF. Strip metadata before uploading to Amazon Seller Central, Etsy, or eBay.

Frequently asked questions

What metadata does this tool remove?
All standard EXIF fields: GPS coordinates, altitude, timestamps, camera make/model, serial number, lens data, software, author, copyright, and any XMP or IPTC data. The output file contains only the image pixel data.
Does stripping EXIF reduce image quality?
No. EXIF metadata is stored in a separate block from the pixel data. Removing it has zero effect on the visual image. File size decreases slightly as the metadata block is removed.
Why does my JPEG get slightly larger or smaller after stripping?
The tool re-encodes the image via the Canvas API (which strips EXIF by default). The output size depends on the JPEG quality setting chosen. Select 95–100% quality to minimise any perceptible difference.
Can I verify the EXIF has been removed?
Yes — after downloading, you can check the file in your operating system. On Mac: right-click → Get Info. On Windows: right-click → Properties → Details. Or use a free EXIF viewer like ExifTool or Jeffrey Friedl's EXIF viewer online.
Does social media strip EXIF automatically?
Most major platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) strip EXIF on upload. However, this is not guaranteed, and the files still contain EXIF during transit. For maximum privacy, strip before uploading.

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